Filed under: News , UFC , Videos MMA analyst Kenny Florian believes UFC Fight Night 110 headliner Derrick Lewis is going to be an integral part of the UFC heavyweight division for the foreseeable future, and that’s because he brings a unique package to the table. Lewis (18-4 MMA, 9-2 UFC), who meets Mark Hunt (12-11-1 MMA, 7-5-1 UFC) in the main event of Saturday’s FS1-televised card at Spark Arena in Auckland, New Zealand (early prelims stream on UFC Fight Pass), has needed just over three years in the UFC to become a fan favorite. Not only does “The Black Beast” deliver violent knockouts at a consist rate, but his skills are complemented by an edgy (and oftentimes crude) personality, which has gained him a solid following in a short time. Related UFC Fight Night 110 staff picks: Mark Hunt or Derrick Lewis? It's ridiculously close Although Lewis, No. 7 in the latest USA TODAY Sports/MMAjunkie MMA heavyweight rankings , has already beaten some solid veterans such as Travis Browne, Roy Nelson and Gabriel Gonzaga in the midst of his current six-fight UFC winning streak, the matchup with No.
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UFC analyst Kenny Florian commends Derrick Lewis for calling out Mark Hunt – MMA Junkie